Both the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs and Lady Techsters have already begun fall basketball practice and Tech fans will get an opportunity to see them in action during the annual Basketball Bonanza set for Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at the Thomas Assembly Center.

The event is free to all Tech fans and will include free popcorn and drinks, free schedule posters and free door prizes.

Head coach Kerry Rupp and head coach Teresa Weatherspoon’s teams will both be on hand for the event which will feature team drills by each team as well as a number of skill competitions such as a dunk competition, 3-point competition and more.

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